Ok ... the child is a dependent of the dad even if he doesn't like it and should amend the return since it will not change his refund any to do so.
The dad should file claiming the child as a dependent and for the EIC even if the boy refuses to amend the return ... dad will need to mail in the return, efile will not be an option. He could claim the EIC only if desired ... follow the interview in the EIC section.
